The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway The Dangers of Woke Culture — with Sam Harris
Jul 15, 2021
Sam Harris, a renowned neuroscientist and author, engages in a thought-provoking discussion about the pitfalls of woke culture. He critiques call-out culture as counterproductive to meaningful change and emphasizes the importance of principled charity in discourse. Harris explores the chilling effects of identity politics on free speech and the rise of extremism, advocating for open dialogue. He also reflects on the complexities surrounding diversity initiatives and the challenges of discussing sensitive topics like racism, all while stressing the need for rational engagement.
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Dangers of Woke Culture
- Woke culture creates an allergy to free speech, inviting reputational destruction and cancellation.
- This allergy to free speech isn't necessarily a first amendment issue, rather a ubiquitous failure of nerve by powerful people.
Profane Teaser
- Scott Galloway refused to apologize for a profane teaser, rejecting the conflation of vulgarity with something sinister.
- He argues that entertainment and being vulgar has been conflated with something much more sinister.
The Perils of Apology
- Apologies, even honest ones, can backfire and increase negative perception.
- It's important to question whether apologizing is always the right PR move.